1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 975 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
